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∙ 11y agoIt is based on Napoleonic civil code.
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What is the roman code of law?
It is important to know the different laws of the different times. Roman law is the law code of ancient Rome. It forms the basis of civil law in many different countries today.
Where did waterproof Louisiana get its name from?
Natives
Did the US fight France for control over the Louisiana Territory?
No , Napoleon Bonaparte gave the United States the Louisiana Territory for 3 cents an acre for various reasons
What was the largest French settlement?
New Orleans,Louisiana
Who was Charles Philippe Aubry?
French governor of pre-American Independence Louisiana (which included today's Louisiana and then some), from 1765-66 and also acting from 1768-69.
Which of the states uses the Napoleonic code rather than the English common law as the basis of its civil law?
Louisiana is the only state to use the Napoleonic code instead of common law. They do use the common law for criminal matters.
Are gays and lesbians in Louisiana protected by law against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation?
No. A law prohibiting sexual orientation discrimination in employment was allowed to expire in 2008.
Does Louisiana recognize common-law marriage?
No. Louisiana does not recognize common law marriage.
Is there a lemon law in Louisiana?
of course there is a lemon law in Louisiana. all sates have one! wow you must be a retard
The original basis of most legal systems today is what law?
The basis of most WESTERN law systems is Common Law.
What is the basis of Israelite law?
The Torah, together with its ancient commentary (the Talmud) is the basis of Israelite law.
Does Louisiana have a law about seatbelts?
yes
What type of government does Louisiana have?
Louisiana is under Napoleonic Law
How has the Napoleonic Code affected the US today?
It remains the basis for the Louisiana laws.
Does louisiana still follow napoleonic code?
Although the developing Napoleonic Code strongly influenced Louisiana law, ... of common law, the "civilian" tradition is still deeply rooted in Louisiana private ... is merely a secondary source of law, which cannot be authoritative and does not .
What is Louisiana's law regarding inheritance of property to children?
Louisiana has the most complicated laws of intestacy in the US. It is the only state that has a legal system based on the Napoleonic Code. You can read more about it at the link provided below.
What state is under napoleon law?
Louisiana
